Learn how you can create or use your Apple ID in the iTunes Store without a credit card or other payment method.

When you use your Apple ID to sign in to the iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store for the first time, you’re asked to enter a payment method so that you can purchase items from the store. Follow these steps if you don’t want to associate a payment method with your account.

Apple recommends using only one Apple ID to access iTunes, iCloud, and other Apple services. If you don’t remember if you have an Apple ID, we’ll help you find it.

If you’re the organizer for a Family Sharing group and want to share purchases with your family, you’re required to have a payment method on file. A payment method is also required to set up accounts for children. Learn more about Apple IDs for kids.

If you already have an Apple ID

You can choose to remove the payment method for your existing Apple ID after you have signed in to the iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store. You won’t be asked for a payment method again until you make a purchase.

If you don’t have an Apple ID

Follow the steps below to create an Apple ID without adding a payment method.